The probate court is a special division managing the estates of deceased persons. In most cases it approves an executor and checks they are following the wishes of the departed. From time to time somebody disagrees with what the will says, or how the executor … [Read more...]
The Big ‘Probate Mystery’ Unravelled
Probate has cropped up in the UK news lately, what with the government changing the system and having computer problems implementing it. Brexit has been a huge distraction too. The polemic over probate fees is still not solved although the overall rules haven’t changed. … [Read more...]
Probate in the Royal Family Versus Choosing a Guardian
The Sun published a robust article on this controversial topic. We decided to attempt a more balanced version of how the law dictates royals - and the Queen in particular – should respond to a death in their immediate family. This has become more relevant given the … [Read more...]
Probate Contents Valuation-Art Hoard Of 100 Paintings In Epsom Property
Art Hoard Of 100 Paintings In Epsom Property A recent probate contents valuation took me to a property in Epsom, and having taken on the appraisal at short notice I had no idea of the nature of the contents to be valued. After collecting the keys from the probate … [Read more...]
Whats Involved When Dealing With Probate – Why Its Wise To Use Professional Valuers!
Do you need to get probate granted? In England, probate is the term used when someone has died and their money, possessions and any property they own has to be put in order. Probate is granted through the courts and is the first step of administering a deceased … [Read more...]
How Do I Value House Contents And Chattels For Probate Purposes
The Problems Executors Face When Valuing Chattels And Assets An increasing problem for executors dealing with an estate is the valuation of chattels ie: the assets of the deceased. ‘Chattels’ in probate terms are the everyday belongings which can be furniture, … [Read more...]
Probate Valuation Investigations by Inland Revenue Increase
Avery Associates are professional RICS London probate valuers and in this article taking the time to reveal that it is more important now than ever to get a probate valuation carried out by an expert. It's been widely reported in recent month’s that many people are … [Read more...]
Avoid Investigation – Use RICS London Probate Valuers
Avery Associates are professional London probate valuers and will eliminate the risk of Inland Revenue investigation. We offer fully comprehensive, and independent RICS valuation services to members of the public, executors and legal professionals anywhere in London, … [Read more...]
